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Fensulfothion (O,O-diethyl-O-(4-(methylsulfinyl)) phosphorothioate) is a toxic organophosphate insecticide and [nematicide].

Contents

1. Chemical Description
2. Uses
3. Health Effects
4. Environmental Effects
5. External Links
6. References
   
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   Just the facts Physical Information Name: Fensulfothion Use: organophosphate insecticide and [nematacide] Source: synthetic chemistry Recommended daily intake: none Absorption: dermal, inhalation, ingestion Sensitive individuals: Toxicity/symptoms: Regulatory facts: Environmental:

   Chemical Structure ----Structure Retrieved from INCHEM, 1972.

   
   

Chemical Description

Fensulfothion is a yellow-brown liquid at room temperature that is relatively stable (INCHEM, 1972).

Uses

Fensulfothion was used against soil nematodes and a broad spectrum of soil-borne insects in field crops, vegetables and fruit. It is also used against nematodes in turf grasses, flowers and ornamental plants (INCHEM, 1980).

Health Effects

The health effects of fensulfothion are similar to the health effects of other Organophosphates and they revolve around the inhibition of cholinesterase. It is highly toxic to mammals and can be absorbed dermally, through inhalation, or through ingestion (INCHEM, 1980).

External Links

• OSHA - Fensulfothion
  
  

References

International Programme on Chemical Safety. Fensulfothion. 1972. Accessed 6-20-07.

International Programme on Chemcical Safety and World Health Organization (WHO). DATA SHEETS ON PESTICIDES No. 44 - FENSULFOTHION. March 1980. Accessed 4-20-07.